US Southern Command announced on Sunday its 21st strike on an alleged drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. Intelligence confirmed the vessel was engaged in narcotics smuggling along a known trafficking route. This latest strike brings the total number of individuals killed in these operations to 83. The campaign, intended to disrupt drug flow into the US, has faced criticism, with some allies like the UK and Colombia halting intelligence sharing over concerns of legality.
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Pentagon says it struck another suspected drug boat in Pacific, killing three, and the immediate reaction, it seems, is a mix of outrage and disbelief. The very notion of taking a life based on mere suspicion is deeply unsettling. The term “suspected” throws everything into question, raising valid points about due process and the right to a fair trial. The complete absence of evidence, of definitive proof of wrongdoing, seems to be a major concern, and rightly so. Many are asking if there are other ways to handle these suspected drug smugglers, such as sending out boats to verify the contents of the boat.… Continue reading
The US military has launched Operation Southern Spear, targeting “narco-terrorists” in Latin America, as announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This operation comes amid a significant build-up of US military presence in the region and follows the 20th reported US attack on vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific, resulting in four fatalities with no survivors. The US claims these attacks are focused on disrupting drug trafficking, despite a lack of evidence or legal justification. This increased military activity, including the deployment of the USS Gerald R Ford, is widely perceived as a move to pressure Venezuela, with both Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his defense minister condemning the US actions as threats to regional sovereignty.
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The US military conducted another strike on a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Caribbean, resulting in three fatalities, bringing the total death toll from the campaign to at least 70. These strikes, initiated in September, have targeted vessels in international waters, destroying at least 18 vessels, although concrete evidence of the targets’ illicit activities remains undisclosed. The ongoing campaign, justified by the administration’s declaration of “armed conflict” with Latin American drug cartels, involves significant military assets in the region, including Navy ships and stealth warplanes. Despite concerns and accusations of extrajudicial killings, the administration has expanded its military operations while facing challenges and accusations from Venezuela’s president.
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Pope Leo XIV voiced disapproval of the increased US military presence in the Caribbean, though he did not mention any names. The pontiff indicated that the deployment, particularly near Venezuela, serves to escalate tensions, and he urged for dialogue instead of violence. Additionally, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the detention of migrants in the US, emphasizing the importance of welcoming foreigners. He cited the words of Jesus about the importance of treating the foreigner well.
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Recent satellite imagery verified by Sky News shows a U.S. military ship, the USS Iwo Jima, conducting drills just under 200km from the Venezuelan coast, accompanied by other destroyers. This deployment follows a buildup of U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, including the movement of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier, a move that defense experts view as a significant escalation. The stated objective is to target drug trafficking, but some speculate the U.S. may be preparing for potential military strikes against Venezuelan targets, a possibility heightened by the arrival of the carrier. Furthermore, flight tracking data indicates increased U.S. air activity, including bomber flights near the Venezuelan coast, adding to the growing pressure on the Maduro regime.
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Reports suggest the Trump administration is considering imminent strikes against military installations in Venezuela, targeting the Cartel de los Soles, allegedly headed by Nicolás Maduro. These attacks, potentially carried out by air, aim to dismantle the cartel’s hierarchy and disrupt drug trafficking routes, with the U.S. having doubled the reward for information leading to Maduro’s arrest. A large-scale military deployment, including the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford and other warships, has been assembled in the Caribbean, bolstering the capacity for strikes and intimidation. While officials maintain the primary focus is on disrupting drug trafficking, the scale of the operation suggests a broader objective, possibly the removal of the Maduro regime, despite the President’s preference for targeted operations over prolonged occupation.
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Trump asks Pentagon to immediately start testing US nuclear weapons, and the immediate reaction is, well, pretty understandable. It’s a headline that grabs you by the throat, doesn’t it? The idea of restarting nuclear weapons testing isn’t something you shrug off lightly. The sheer weight of potential consequences, the decades of international efforts to curb proliferation, and the inherent risks all combine to make this a deeply unsettling prospect.
Trump asks Pentagon to immediately start testing US nuclear weapons, and the thing that’s immediately striking is the timing. It’s often mentioned that he made this statement ahead of a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.… Continue reading
US forces have killed 14 individuals in recent strikes targeting four alleged drug boats in the Pacific Ocean, marking a further escalation in the campaign against drug traffickers. The attacks, authorized by President Donald Trump, resulted in one survivor who was rescued by Mexican authorities. These strikes are part of a broader operation that has killed at least 51 people, primarily in the Caribbean and off the coast of South America, and raised concerns regarding their legality and the president’s authority to order them.
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US military strikes suspected drug vessel in the Pacific. Okay, so we’re talking about a situation where the US military has targeted a vessel in the Pacific Ocean, allegedly suspected of carrying drugs. My initial thoughts? This feels like a really murky situation, and honestly, the whole thing raises a lot of red flags.
US military strikes suspected drug vessel in the Pacific. It’s difficult to avoid the immediate question: Is this even legal? We’re essentially talking about a military operation that results in the destruction of a vessel and potential loss of life. Even if there were a suspicion of drug activity, doesn’t the idea of extrajudicial killings feel inherently wrong?… Continue reading
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